This magnificent volume brings to life the great and ancient drama of the world's holiest city. Mining the rich evidence of this remarkable history, the world-renowned authors gathered here conjure the Holy City as it has appeared in antique Hebrew texts; in the testimony of Jewish and Christian pilgrims and in art; in medieval Islamic literature and in Western nineteenth-century accounts; in maps, mosaics and architecture through the ages.

The completely new Faith Lessons curriculum takes your small group on a round trip to ancient times, places, and customs, and back again. This lively, interactive journey is more than fascinating -- it's faith-inspiring and life-changing. Your job as a group leader is simplified with this all-new Leader's Guide: fresh, clear, and easy to follow, designed to minimize your preparation time and maximize your effectiveness. Nothing is left for you to guess. This volume contains all the material in the Participant's Guide, including maps, photos, sidebars, and other study aids, plus instructions and tips that will take you step-by-step through each faith lesson. The carefully organized format makes it easy to conduct the following invigorating, discussion-filled sessions: 1. When Storms Come 2. Piercing the Darkness 3. Gates of Hell 4. City of the Great King (I) 5. City of the Great King (II) 6. The Lamb of God 7. The Weight of the World 8. Roll Away the Stone 9. Power to the People 10. Total Commitment -- Zondervan Group Resources deliver personal spiritual growth through: - great content - minimal preparation time for both leader and participant - proven learning techniques using a variety of media - meaningful interaction in groups of any size, in any setting

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This is the fourth part of Swedish philosopher and mystic Emanuel Swedenborg's spiritual commentary on the book of Revelation.

In a world of heightened Middle East tensions, Christians are asking, "What is to become of Israel? Does God still have a plan for the people he once called 'the apple of my eye'?" With refreshing clarity Ian Heard proposes that God has provided, in that self-described Pharisee and zealot Saul of Tarsus, a "type"--indeed, an archetype, for his people. In his turning, under the sovereign hand of the Almighty, Saul became Paul, the great missionary-evangelist to the gentile world. In addition he became pastor, theologian, apologist, and defender of the faith. In that event and life, God has given us, in embryo, a beautiful illustration, or "type," of a far larger and greater turning for Israel. On scriptural foundations and integrity, culminating in an exciting scenario, the author shows how some of the baffling prophecies of Zechariah and others may come to a profound conclusion.